Real Madrid youngster Javi Sanchez could be heading to the Premier League, according to reports in Spain.

AS have reported that Bournemouth are closely monitoring the 21-year-old defender and are preparing a bid to try and tempt him away from the La Liga giants.

Sanchez has been one of the few bright sparks in a disappointing season for Los Blancos, graduating from their reserve side, Castilla, and making his way into Santiago Solari's first team plans.

As a result, there are significant doubts as to whether Madrid would allow the youngster to depart the Bernabeu, even on a temporary basis, given their crucial run of fixtures over the second half of the season.

It hasn't stopped Bournemouth from registering their interest, however, as they look to compete with Real Valladolid and Real Sociedad for his services.

Eddie Howe could raid Real Madrid for one of their top young prospects (Image: AFP)

Real Madrid bosses apparently believe Sanchez is destined to become a Spain international in the future, and they have his value protected with a huge release clause of nearly £300m as well as a contract until 2022.

It will not stop clubs testing their resolve, however, with a chance of a Premier League move to try and tempt him away.